For the past 75 days, we’ve been taking entries to our ‘Free Hire’ competition. Up to now, we’ve had over 1000 people enter the draw and it’s due to take place next week. If you’re yet to get involved in the draw, then make sure you...
In May 1987, 29 years ago, the 1000th Routemaster bus to hit the streets of London was handed over to its new owners for preservation. It was the beginning of the end for the original Routemaster as the famous buses were slowly replaced. London has lost a real icon....
Today (Friday, 6th May) is national “Beverage Day”. The origins of this unofficial holiday are unknown, however it is assumed that it entitles you to indulge and drink as much of your favourite beverage, as you desire. You may decide tea is the order of the day,...
On this day, the 28th April, in 1923, it was the first FA Cup Final at Wembley. It was between Bolton Wanderers and West Ham United. It was one of the most exciting games in history as it was the first match to be played at the new Wembley Stadium (well, new at the...
This Saturday, 23rd April is St George’s day. St George is England’s patron saint. According to legend he was a soldier in the Roman army, who allegedly killed a dragon and rescued a princess. The emblem of St George was adopted by Richard the Lion Heart and was...
The sun is shining, it’s getting milder, the birds are singing and the days are getting so much longer. With all this in mind, our thoughts turn to those of the outdoors, and how we are going to spend our lovely time, over the warm spring and hot summer months. Can...
